The joint resolution recognizes the right to adequate food for all individuals in New Jersey, emphasizing the importance of access to nutritious, safe, and culturally appropriate food. It outlines the state's commitment to promoting food security, self-sufficiency, and sustainable food environments while ensuring that all people can meet their nutritional needs without compromising other basic rights. The resolution also highlights the need for collaboration among state, county, and municipal entities to effectively implement these principles and prioritize the needs of underdeveloped communities.

Additionally, the resolution encourages state entities to take affirmative actions to protect and promote the right to adequate food, including supporting local farmers and sustainable agricultural practices. It calls for the establishment of food banks and soup kitchens to ensure access to food for those in need and emphasizes the importance of food sovereignty, which allows communities to determine their own food production and access priorities. Importantly, the resolution clarifies that it does not create a private right of action for violations, but serves as a guiding framework for future laws and policies related to food access and security.